Riverfire Brisbane

Saturday 5th September, 2026

Riverfire Brisbane 2025

Brisbane’s Best Riverfire Events 2026

Riverfire is back to light up the skies of Brisbane on Saturday, 5th September as part of Brisbane Festival.

Join us for an unforgettable Riverfire experience at Howard Smith Wharves as the skies come alive with an exhilarating display of fireworks.

Secure your spot at one of the riverfront venues or come on down and enjoy an afternoon by the river before the main event. Enjoy front-row views, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun at one of Brisbane’s best vantage points under the Story Bridge.

There’s something for everyone at Howard Smith Wharves, so gather your favourite people and join in the fun as we celebrate our city.

Mr Percival’s

When Riverfire comes to Brisbane, Mr Percival’s comes alive. Sitting right on the water with the Story Bridge as your backdrop, there’s nowhere in the city that does Riverfire quite like this.

Deck Seating | $150pp | Bottle of Champagne, cocktail jug + share-style platter

Settle in for a Riverfire celebration that starts early and runs well into the night, featuring Brisbane’s finest DJs, cocktails flowing and front-row fireworks views above the river. Your table arrives with a bottle of Champagne, a cocktail jug, and a sharing platter to kick things off.

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Felons Barrel Hall

Ignite your senses this Riverfire!

Take the night to new heights, with one of our all-inclusive packages – the river deck for panoramic views, or a plush riverside beanbag seating for the ultimate open air experience!

Indulge in a multi-course set menu of punchy Thai flavours inclusive of a 3hr beverage package.

Walk-ins welcome on the Rivergarden. Let’s blow the lid off Riverfire, Brissie!

 

RIVERSIDE – BARREL HALL | $160pp
For groups of 2-30 people
Bookings available from 4:30pm
Go off with a bang! Book a riverside package with panoramic views of the fireworks display, bold flavours brought to the table and electrifying live music & DJs steps away! Feast on our Grazing Menu inclusive of a 3-hour beverage package from 4:30pm – 7:30pm.

Bean Bags – Riverside | $395 Package for 2
Bookings available from 4:30pm 
Max relax on plush bean bags while taking in a cracking good view of the city & fireworks show! Pop a bottle of Louis Roederer champagne on arrival (included) to pair with our Thai-inspired set menu for two. Inclusive of a 3-hour beverage package.

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Stanley

There’s only one place to be when Brisbane lights up for Riverfire. Perched on the riverfront with  views of the Story Bridge, Stanley offers one of the city’s most coveted vantage points. Whether you’re on the deck or dining inside, this is Riverfire done properly.

River View Deck | $295pp | Four course menu + 2.5 hour beverage package

Brisbane’s most spectacular Riverfire celebration, elevated. Take your place on Stanley’s riverfront deck as the night sky ignites above the Story Bridge. Enjoy a front-row seat to the show, paired with a lavish banquet and 2.5 hours of premium beverages.

Dining Room |  $185pp | Four course menu

The magic of Riverfire, from the warmth of Stanley’s dining room. Settle in for a banquet feast before stepping out to the deck as the fireworks light up the river. An evening of great food, great company, and Brisbane’s most iconic view.

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CIAO

For Riverfire with a little more dolce vita, CIAO is the place. With direct riverfront views of the Story Bridge, CIAO transforms Brisbane’s biggest night into an Italian celebration.Good food, great company, and fireworks over the water. Che bella serata.

CIAO Restaurant | $195pp | Four course menu

When Brisbane’s night sky erupts in colour, there’s no better place to watch it than over a long Italian table. CIAO’s Riverfire dinner brings together riverfront views, convivial Italian feasting, and all the warmth of a family gathering — Prosecco raised, spirits high, and the Story Bridge glittering in the background. Gather your amici and book your seats before they go.

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Felons Brewing Co.

Eyes to the sky, Brissie!

Riverfire 2026 is igniting the skyline on Saturday September 5th and we’ve got the best seats in the city!

Fusing cold beers, big flavours, and DJ sets that’ll keep the sparks flying long past the fireworks finale.

 

Felons Riverfire 2026 Package | $160pp

Choose from 3 incredible vantage points to experience Riverfire!

Each include our mouth-watering set menu + 3 hour beverage package from 4:30pm – 7:30pm.

DECK – RIVERFRONT
For groups of 4-8 people
BAR SEATING – RIVERFRONT
For groups of 2 people
RESTAURANT – BREWERY INDOORS
For groups of 2-30 people
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Please select your date, time and number of guests, then select your preferred location from the venue options at Howard Smith Wharves.

It will show all available options for your group size.

Walk-ins always welcome at Mr Percival’s, Stan’s Lounge, Fellini’s Trattoria, Felons Brewing Co. and Felons Barrel Hall.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Wharves!

Want to book an event? Visit our events page

 

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